Events Driver/Yard Operative

Briggs Equipment; Ratoath; Remote; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary and paid OT

Company van

Future development and career opportun

Contributory pension up to 6%

Paycare and eyecare health scheme

Briggs profit share

Job summary

Future Events Hire – part of Briggs Equipment Group in Ireland is seeking an Events Driver/Yard Operative based in Ratoath, Meath. This permanent role covers driving duties and yard support from 8am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday, with some weekend work as required to meet event deadlines.

You will load, unload, transport equipment, operate forklifts and telehandlers, assist with stock control and orders, and deliver a professional service to customers.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' commercial driving experience.
• Teleporter and forklift licences up to 12T are desirable.

Responsibilities

• In this role you will drive and support yard operations.
• Deliver and collect equipment to event venues and welfare sites across Ireland.
• Load, unload and secure equipment for transport.
• Support stock control, parts management and ordering of supplies.
• Operate forklifts and telehandlers to move equipment.
• Collaborate with operational teams to meet event deadlines.
• Provide a professional service when interacting with customers.

Skills

Commercial driving

Load/secure equipment

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

C+E Driving Licence (full, clean)

Digital Tachograph Card (preferred)

Tools

Forklift operation

Teleporter licence

Trailer towing experience

Job description

Role: Events Driver/Yard Operative

Location: Ratoath, County Meath

Salary: Competitive

Contract: Permanent

Company: Future Events Hire – part of the Briggs Equipment Group

Hours: 8am - 5:30pm. Monday – Friday.

Flexibility required with some weekend working will be expected in line with the events industry. Weekday overtime is paid at time and a half, while Saturday afternoons and Sundays are paid at double time.

About us: Future Events provide high quality plant and event infrastructure for event sites, whether it be festival sites, annual outdoor events, film/TV studios, exhibitions, and HSE/Govt sites throughout Ireland.

Part of the Briggs Equipment Group, a market leader in asset management and maintenance solutions operating across Ireland and the UK. The group’s portfolio includes Briggs Equipment Ireland, Aerial Platform Hire, Laois Hire Services, and GPT Vehicle Rentals and Balloo Hire Centres.

In this role you will be:

• Splitting your time between driving duties and supporting the day-to-day operation of the yard.
• Deliver and collect equipment from event venues and welfare sites across Ireland.
• Load, unload and secure equipment safely for transport.
• Support stock control, parts management and ordering of supplies.
• Operate forklifts and telehandlers to move equipment around the yard.
• Work closely with operational teams to ensure event deadlines are met.
• Provide a professional service when interacting with customers and clients.
• Work flexibly to support the changing demands of the events industry.

What will help you to excel in this role:

• A valid Teleporter and Forklift Licence (up to 12T).
• A full, clean C+E Driving Licence.
• A Digital Tachograph Card (preferred).
• Previous experience loading, unloading, securing and transporting equipment safely.
• Experience towing trailers, including transit flatbed and jeep/trailer combinations.
• Good understanding of load restraint and transport safety requirements.
• At least 2 years' commercial driving experience.
• The ability to work flexibly and adapt to the changing demands of the events industry.

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive base salary and paid overtime
• Company van
• Future development and career opportunities
• Contributory pension scheme with employer contributions up to 6%
• Paycare and eyecare health scheme
• Briggs profit share based on business performance